1997 Mitsubishi Diamante Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 9%of 34 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, 9% of the 34 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. The contact stated that the radiator leaked due to the heater core. The radiator leaked onto the carpet when the heat was activated. The contact stated that he and his family have inhaled toxic fumes from the radiator leaking onto the carpet and they are concerned of future health risks. In order to repair the leak, the entire dashboard had to be removed. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage was 113,000 and failure mileage was 112,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10217732, filed 2008-02, 112,000 miles“Consumer has problems with the window leaking/door locks freezing and the rear view mirrow falling off. The dealer replaced the mirror, and it's known that the in 98 models rear view mirrors are mounted to the roof console. As a result of 97 defects, door locks freeze in the open position when consumer gets in the car and closes the door in below 25 degree temperature. The door will not be closed due to freezing of the locks. The windows leaks after washing vehicle or if it rains. The water stays inside the car if the temperature drops below freezing, causing the windows and locks to freeze. …”
NHTSA complaint #820721, filed 1998-01Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087Dec 7, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 28 | 50% |
| 2002 | 71 | 58% |
| 2001 | 56 | 72% |
| 2000 | 27 | 53% |
| 1999 | 11 | 48% |
| 1998 | 16 | 59% |
| 1997 | 3 | 9% |
| 1993 | 1 | 3% |
| 1992 | 4 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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